China's Coast Guard used water cannons against several Philippine…
China's Coast Guard used water cannons against several Philippine fishing vessels in disputed waters of the South China Sea, displacing them from the area around Huangyan Island.
Consensus
- The incident occurred in the disputed waters of the South China Sea.
- Chinese coast guard used water cannons against Philippine fishing vessels.
- This was the third similar incident within a week.
- The location involved is Scarborough Shoal (Huangyan Island).
- Philippine fishing vessels were present in the area.
Points of divergence
- The Philippine Coast Guard stated that Chinese coast guard approached one of the fishing vessels to within seven meters, creating a 'serious risk of collision' and acting unprofessionally. — kommersant
- Philippine officials emphasized that Scarborough Shoal is a traditional fishing ground for Filipinos and no foreign state can obstruct them there. — kommersant
- Chinese authorities stated the Philippine vessels (3012 and 3018) ignored repeated warnings and entered China's territorial waters illegally. — vesti
- China described its actions as 'professional, standardized, and lawful' and accused the Philippines of provocation. — vesti
- China reported that on July 20, Philippine boats intentionally rammed Chinese coast guard vessels and their crews attacked Chinese law enforcement personnel. — vesti
Coverage (4 sources)
- China uses water cannons for the third time against Philippine ships — Коммерсантъ
- China used water cannons against fishing vessels of the Philippines in disputed waters — Коммерсантъ
- China Coast Guard displaces Philippine vessels from Huangyan Island area — Вести
- Philippine boats ram China Coast Guard vessel — Коммерсантъ